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A fun bit of promotion for the sport at Champion Speedway!
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An Introduction to the sport of Cycle Speedway in the US
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CYCLE SPEEDWAY on the EAST COAST
Ron Fletcher, cycle enthusiast, former BMX rider and lover of "Rat Bikes" discovered cycle speedway via the internet and instantly saw the potential for the sport in the US. A full interview is coming soon. Richard Thrift a former cycle speedway rider for the Leicester Monarchs is helping Ron pioneer the sport in the US on the east coast.
Suffice to say for now, we are looking at having a permanent track for the sport within a year in NY and have found a viable venue and willing host.
Suffice to say for now, we are looking at having a permanent track for the sport within a year in NY and have found a viable venue and willing host.
ABOUT
Origins: https://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-31013387
Give it a go: https://www.evanscycles.com/coffeestop/advice/give-it-a-try-cycle-speedway
Fun cycle speedway in MN: https://gearjunkie.com/cycling-spirits-mn-distillery-host-bike-speedway
Give it a go: https://www.evanscycles.com/coffeestop/advice/give-it-a-try-cycle-speedway
Fun cycle speedway in MN: https://gearjunkie.com/cycling-spirits-mn-distillery-host-bike-speedway
Cycle speedway in the US has a real chance of success with the support from The Bicycle Store NJ / FelixBike in Florham Park and the International Cycle Speedway Federation taking a huge interest offering advice to get the sport on it's feet.
Cycle speedway is a both a team and individual sport with active participation from people of all ages and genders.
Heat races are like the motorcycle speedway with 4 riders and 4 laps per race points scored 4-3-2-1
Tracks are typically 70 - 90 meters (229.659 ft - 295.276 ft) measured from the outside, made of clay and dirt.
There are championships for your local hometown team, state, national and team world championships and of course individual championships for track, state, national and world championships.
The sport attracts people from all over the world to participate and spectate.
The sport promotes health and fitness, teamwork, sportsmanship and improved cycling skills.
Heat races are like the motorcycle speedway with 4 riders and 4 laps per race points scored 4-3-2-1
Tracks are typically 70 - 90 meters (229.659 ft - 295.276 ft) measured from the outside, made of clay and dirt.
There are championships for your local hometown team, state, national and team world championships and of course individual championships for track, state, national and world championships.
The sport attracts people from all over the world to participate and spectate.
The sport promotes health and fitness, teamwork, sportsmanship and improved cycling skills.
LINKS
Resources for cycle speedway:
After a conversation with Mick Hatch of the International Cycle Speedway Federation, there was an agreement that the Thruster Kent 700c could be converted easily to a cycle speedway bike for entry level use. Below are some very helpful resources towards building your own cycle speedway bike:
BUILDING THE SPORT
Running meetings in the same way that motorcycle speedway and flat track events are held, with special events mirroring the motorcycle speedway GP formats.
We aim to build up teams and to have divisions of riders so that everyone competes on an even platform with one another. We also aim to have teams so towns may be able to cheer on their own home heros.
Cycle speedway has no barriers towards people of different genders participating in the sport. There are both men's and women's championships which are held in equal esteem.
RULE BOOKS - international (PDF files)
We are going to ensure the sport is fun, family friendly, and as safe as possible as any other outdoor activity. Remember in most things in life there is always a risk of injury. We remind all persons that they have the chance of falling off their bikes and this leads to the possibility of getting hurt. Thankfully the risk of any serious injuries happening are very minor especially when wearing protective headgear and gloves.
